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Prairie View A&M University

Research Associate Professor/Research Professor & Assistant Director, Plant Syst

Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View, Texas, us, 77446

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Research Associate Professor/Research Professor & Assistant Director, Plant Systems

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Research Associate Professor/Research Professor & Assistant Director, Plant Systems Agency:

Prairie View A&M University Department:

Cooperative Agricultural Research Center Proposed Minimum Salary:

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Prairie View, Texas Job Type:

Faculty Job Description:

As we seek to strengthen the Plant Systems Research Program in the CARC, it is our intent to engage in forward and broad thinking strategies that provide sustainable solutions to solve immediately existing problems in addition to laying the foundation for solving anticipated futuristic problems such as providing nutritious, healthy food for the world’s growing population. Our mission is to serve clientele, both the underserved producers and businesses, in the continual development of safe productive plant study practices. The commitment to incorporate plant-based studies into climate-smart opportunities shall encourage the underserved limited resources clientele to thrive within their community. Our vision is to use smart approaches to contribute to the enhancement of food and agriculture that protects and improves the health, nutrition, and quality of life of all Americans while feeding the world. Responsibilities: Pursue a viable research program related to high impact, ecofriendly and relevant plant research. Attain and sustain excellence in research. Develop compelling research proposals to garner extramural funds for research and or extension. Disseminate research findings through scientific publications, workshops and conferences. Work closely with system members to shape the long-term vision and roadmap for research. Lead research teams to plan, monitor, implement, and complete project deliverables on time and within budgets. Evaluate faculty, research specialists, and postdoctoral fellows’ performance. Monitor progress of all Plant Systems research initiatives. Oversee the Plant Systems’ budget and resources. Foster a culture to improve the success of research scientists and students. Work closely with the Information, Impact, and Sustainability Center (IISC) to ensure press releases highlighting key findings. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience: Ph.D. with research experiences in the Plants, Agricultural or Related Sciences Fields. 7+ years of experience in leading a multidisciplinary group of researchers. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Proven record of publications in the related field. Proven record in secured external grant funding. Excellent written/oral communication skills. Other Requirements: Weekend or evening work may be required occasionally. This position may require some travel. Preferred Skills: Time management skills. Strong organizational skills. Ability to use basic computer programs including Microsoft Office 365. Job Posting Close Date:

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